Pomegranate AF-295 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C393F, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Radiant Red from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C393F · AF-295
Pomegranate
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pomegranate Technical Profile
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Pomegranate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pomegranate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePomegranate
Nearly identical
ValsparRadiant Red
Radiant Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cranberry Tart
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Red Flush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Red Delicious
PPG
Nearly identical
Lover's Kiss
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Luxurious Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Romp
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rosebud Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pomegranate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pomegranate
#8C393F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B775D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pomegranate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pomegranate Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pomegranate.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pomegranate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pomegranate have?
Pomegranate by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pomegranate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pomegranate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pomegranate are Radiant Red by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cut Ruby by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cranberry Tart by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pomegranate's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pomegranate?
Pomegranate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pomegranate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.